Top New Zealand Boat Tours

Q: What are the best options for New Zealand Boat Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New Zealand Boat Tours are: Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Boat Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New Zealand Boat Tours are: 7Day/6Nights Auckland to Queenstown 7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour 5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery 5Day/4Nights Northern Cultural Wonders 5Day/4Nights Great Southern Circle View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New Zealand Boat Tours have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Boat Tours with Instant Confirmation include: New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours 12 Day New Zealand Private Tour from Auckland to Queenstown Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter 5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which New Zealand Boat Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New Zealand Boat Tours include Hotel Pickup: 12 Day New Zealand Private Tour from Auckland to Queenstown 7Day/6Nights Auckland to Queenstown 5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island 5Day/4Nights Auckland to Christchurch Tour Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked New Zealand Tours. Top 10 New Zealand 2026 Senior-friendly tours New Zealand The best tours and activities for culture lovers in New Zealand Top Day Trips from New Zealand Things to do in New Zealand this summer View all New Zealand Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New Zealand?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in New Zealand are: New Zealand Luxury & Special Occasions New Zealand Luxury Tours New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing New Zealand Outdoor Activities New Zealand Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in New Zealand →

New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (5)

New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not...

9 days

5.0 (5)

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$6,638

Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as we take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Escape to a world of breathtaking …More

Picton, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as we take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Escape to a world of breathtaking...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$5,464

12 Day New Zealand Private Tour from Auckland to Queenstown

This ultimate 12-day, 11-night tour offers a perfect blend of daily travel, covering majority of top attractions in both North Island (Auckland to Wellington) and …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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12 Day New Zealand Private Tour from Auckland to Queenstown

This ultimate 12-day, 11-night tour offers a perfect blend of daily travel, covering majority of top attractions in both North Island (Auckland to Wellington) and...

12 days Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (15)

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$3,638

Private Charter Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopovers

Bay of Islands Private Charter We have a fleet of vessels available for different group sizes up to: 22 Guests 36 Guests 49 Guests Book …More

Paihia, New Zealand

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Private Charter Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopovers

Bay of Islands Private Charter We have a fleet of vessels available for different group sizes up to: 22 Guests 36 Guests 49 Guests Book...

4 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (3)

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$3,440

Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (33)

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$2,632

Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer...

1 to 8 hours

5.0 (28)

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$2,580

Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter

Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter

Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to...

6 hours

5.0 (4)

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$2,408

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily. Explore some of the best locations in New Zealand. Journey through the North Island of New Zealand …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (8)

7Day/6Nights Auckland to Queenstown

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily. Explore some of the best locations in New Zealand. Journey through the North Island of New Zealand...

7 days Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (8)

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$1,782

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

3.9 (7)

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in...

7 days

3.9 (7)

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$1,635

5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island

This curated 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting many of the top attractions in New Zealand's …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (9)

5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island

This curated 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting many of the top attractions in New Zealand's...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (9)

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$1,539

5Day/4Nights Auckland to Christchurch Tour

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, journey through the North Island of New Zealand and explore Waitomo, Rotorua, Wellington and discover the natural …More

Auckland, New Zealand

3.1 (9)

5Day/4Nights Auckland to Christchurch Tour

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, journey through the North Island of New Zealand and explore Waitomo, Rotorua, Wellington and discover the natural...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

3.1 (9)

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$1,342

5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, taking in most of the key tourism destinations within the North Island of New Zealand. You will …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (5)

5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, taking in most of the key tourism destinations within the North Island of New Zealand. You will...

5 days

4.8 (5)

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$1,322

A six-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, experience the scenic South Island of New Zealand. Travel by coach from Christchurch via Lake Tekapo and …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

6Day/5Nights Southern Heritage

A six-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, experience the scenic South Island of New Zealand. Travel by coach from Christchurch via Lake Tekapo and...

6 days

5.0 (4)

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$1,250

Raise your sails, breathe in the sea air, and experience the ultimate private yacht charter onboard Vigilant through the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Catered to …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

5.0 (14)

Private Charter Bay of Islands

Raise your sails, breathe in the sea air, and experience the ultimate private yacht charter onboard Vigilant through the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Catered to...

5 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (14)

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$1,237

Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (19)

Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

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$1,234

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily offering the best the North Island. The tour includes the Bay of Islands with Hole in the …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

5Day/4Nights Northern Cultural Wonders

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily offering the best the North Island. The tour includes the Bay of Islands with Hole in the...

5 days

5.0 (1)

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$1,207

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.3 (73)

5Day/4Nights Great Southern Circle

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown...

5 days

4.3 (73)

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$1,216

A unique experience that give you a very personal view of the Bay of Islands and the sailing lifestyle. Sail on a yacht that is …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Phantomsailing Private Charters

A unique experience that give you a very personal view of the Bay of Islands and the sailing lifestyle. Sail on a yacht that is...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$1,122

3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coastal Tour from Christchurch

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coastal Tour from Christchurch

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to...

3 days

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$1,041

Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

Go one step further taking our Milford Sound / Piopiotahi return scenic Helicopter flights and a wonderous 2 hour Milford Sound Cruise with our partners …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (13)

Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

Go one step further taking our Milford Sound / Piopiotahi return scenic Helicopter flights and a wonderous 2 hour Milford Sound Cruise with our partners...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (13)

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$999